Goat Cheese and Fig Hush Puppies

Goat Cheese and Fig Hush Puppies: A Delicious Twist on a Southern Classic
If you're looking for a unique and flavorful appetizer, look no further than these Goat Cheese and Fig Hush Puppies. This dish combines the classic Southern hush puppy with the tangy taste of goat cheese and the sweetness of figs, creating a mouthwatering treat that's sure to impress your guests.

To make these hush puppies, you'll need the following ingredients:

- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped dried figs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying

To start, mix together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add in the goat cheese, figs, and green onions, and stir until everything is well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms.
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, use a small cookie scoop or spoon to drop the batter into the oil, a few at a time. Fry the hush puppies for 2-3 minutes, or until they're golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove the hush puppies from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
These Goat Cheese and Fig Hush Puppies are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They're crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. The tangy goat cheese and sweet figs complement each other perfectly, while the green onions add a touch of freshness. Your guests will love these unique and delicious hush puppies, so be sure to make plenty!
Type: Appetizer, Southern
Ingredients: Cornmeal, Goat Cheese, Figs